MSc Petroleum Geoscience at University of Manchester

Programme overview

Develop the skills to investigate the subsurface in the exploration and development of sustainable hydrocarbon resources. Build your knowledge using global datasets to investigate geological systems. Develop understanding through fieldwork and subsurface studies.

What you will study

Course structure Semester 1 is taught jointlywith our other Energy master's courses. Teaching builds a foundation of knowledge insubsurfacegeoscience. Compulsory units include Fundamentals of Applied Geosciences, Exploration Group Project, Computational Subsurface Geoscience, Prospect Evaluation and Petroleum Economics, Independent Research Project, Communication Skills.

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Application information

Entry requirements

An Upper Second Class (2:1) Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in Geology, Geophysics, Petroleum Engineering or related discipline. When assessing your academic record we take into account the grades you have achieved, your academic references and the standing of the institution where you studied your qualification. Experience: Relevant work experience is not essential but will be considered on a case by case basis. English language: IELTS: at least 6.5 overall with no sub-test below 6.0. Interview: An interview is not required for this course.

Domestic applicants: GBP 17,000 a year (2027/28). MSc (full-time) Source

International applicants: GBP 41,400 a year (2027/28). MSc (full-time) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 12 months [Full-time]

Apply through the official page: https://www.manchester.ac.uk/study/masters/admissions/apply/

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